Every so often, you find yourself at a cross-roads.
On one hand, you want to keep it a secret because you worry about not being able to get a seat at your favourite table. On the other hand, you want to shout from the rooftops that "EAT HERE!!! IT IS AMAZING!!", because no one should ever have a bad meal.
So having remained tight lipped on this place for a few years, I think it's time to share.
This is a cosy, warm and well thought out restaurant. The menu does not change too much (some specials) and is consistently executed well. I have yet to have a badly executed plate.
As far particular dishes, I would say that you could order blind and you will be happy. However, my favourite dishes are:
- Poached Octopus
- Crab & Prawn duo
- Wapiti Carpaccio
- Calamari w/ Onion confit
- Cod Filet with a pepper/tomato sauce
- Tower of grilled veg (unbelievable)
- Half Quail
- Bison Cheeks
- Mushrooms with Duck Confit (holy f**k amazing)
Add to that a reasonable wine list and the consistency with which the kitchen pushes food out and you have the sort of place you can keep going back to forever
Fun fact: I have gone to Montreal just to eat here about 10 or so times!! That means, I have taken an overnight bus from Toronto (16 hrs round trip) just to eat here..10 times.